2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (260 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DBS | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
